Job Description
Overview:
Midtown Montessori Academy is seeking a full-time Bilingual Spanish ECE Assistant Teacher to join our team of dedicated educators who are passionate about providing an enriching and supportive environment for children. This position is available at our Berkeley Park Campus in our Dual-Language Primary Classroom (3-year-olds through 6-year-olds). In our Montessori classrooms, assistants support the lead guide by helping implement the Montessori approach. The role includes organizing and maintaining a clean, peaceful, and respectful classroom environment where kindness, responsibility, and calm interactions are consistently modeled for the children.
About Us:
Founded in 2018, Midtown Montessori Academy is committed to offering authentic Montessori education for children aged 8 weeks through sixth grade. We believe in empowering each child to explore their educational path based on their curiosity rather than a traditional, directive-based method.
Reports to: Lead Guide
Employee Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Daily Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Salary Range: $17.29 - $21.00/hour, based on experience
Compensation Package:
Midtown Montessori Academy offers competitive compensation, including paid time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, childcare discounts, and overtime potential during childcare camps. We also offer training opportunities in areas such as Early Childhood college courses, all-school professional development, and access to MACTE-accredited Montessori training programs.
Responsibilities:
Support daily transitions with children using loving guidance and clear expectations.
Assist the lead guide in implementing Montessori practices and procedures.
Organize classroom activities and maintain a clean, peaceful, and safe environment.
Seek guidance from the lead guide as needed, always with an open and collaborative approach.
Refer all parent concerns and questions to the lead guide.
Help with classroom tasks such as snack and lunch preparation, and daily cleaning and disinfection of classroom materials.
Work with leadership to create an individualized professional development plan.
Participate positively as a team member, handling conflict professionally and avoiding gossip.
Attend all staff meetings and professional development sessions.
The Ideal Candidate:
Fluent in Spanish, with a strong ability to communicate with Spanish-speaking children and families.
Has experience or strong interest in Montessori education (preferred).
Values and responds positively to guidance and feedback from colleagues.
Is committed to staying for a full school year.
Shows initiative, curiosity, and willingness to ask questions.
Demonstrates reliability, patience, energy, and a joyful approach to working with children.
Comfortable with children ages 8 weeks to 6 years, including assisting with bathroom needs.
Physically able to bend, squat, lift, climb, carry, and sit on the floor for extended periods.
Qualification Requirements:
Meets all state standards for early childhood teacher.
Fluent in Spanish (required).
Strong work history and reliable references.
Experience in early childhood classrooms, with Montessori experience preferred.
Professional demeanor, appearance, and attendance.
College degree preferred but not required.
Clear criminal record with no felonies, crimes against children, violent crimes, or recent convictions.
Ability to lift and carry at least 40 lbs. and sit on the floor for extended periods.